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    Preah Monivong Bokor National Park

    ឧទ្យានជាតិព្រះមុនីវង្ស បូកគោ

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    Overview

    A misty mountaintop national park near Kampot.

    Famous for its cool climate and French colonial ruins. It features an abandoned hill station, a giant Buddha statue, and misty mountain landscapes.
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    What to know before you go

    • Bokor National Park covers a massive area of the Elephant Mountains. Established as a hill resort by French colonialists in the 1920s to escape the lowland heat, the plateau became an eerie ghost town due to subsequent wars.
    • The main draw is the atmospheric ride up the mountain road to the 1,079-meter high plateau. Up top, visitors can explore historic relics including the restored Le Bokor Palace, an abandoned old Catholic church, and the giant Lok Yeay Mao statue protecting the mountain.
    What's on

    Events & festivals here

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      Thansur Bokor International Half Marathon & Bike Race
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    Culture, safety & access

    Culture & etiquette
    Crowd: Light on weekdays; busier on weekends.Best season: Best from Nov–Apr during the dry season.

    The Lok Yeay Mao statue is highly revered. Dress respectfully.

    Safety & health

    Drive cautiously on mountain twists due to sudden fog and wild monkeys.

    Weather

    Temperatures are cool. Heavy mist and fog often blanket the mountain suddenly.

    Dress Code

    Casual. Pack a light jacket due to the cool breeze.

    Best Time to Visit

    Early morning for clear views before fog rolls in.

    Accessibility

    Accessible by vehicle; ruin interiors have uneven surfaces.

    Public Transport

    No public buses. Renting a motorbike or hiring a private taxi from Kampot is standard.